Coldest Cities in Germany

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Germany

1 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 02 37°F

2 Murnau am Staffelsee 02 37°F

3 Oberammergau 02 37°F

4 Mittenwald 02 38°F

5 Lenggries 02 38°F

6 Grafenau 02 43°F

7 Berchtesgaden 02 43°F

8 Bischofswiesen 02 43°F

9 Schönau am Königssee 02 43°F

10 Bad Reichenhall 02 43°F

11 Willingen 05 44°F

12 Winterberg 07 44°F

13 Wangen 01 44°F

14 Oberstaufen 02 44°F

15 Lindenberg 02 44°F

16 Weitnau 02 44°F

17 Isny 01 44°F

18 Weiler-Simmerberg 02 44°F

19 Immenstadt im Allgäu 02 44°F

20 Bad Berleburg 07 44°F

21 Schmallenberg 07 45°F

22 Battenberg 05 45°F

23 Freyung 02 45°F

24 Erndtebrück 07 45°F

25 Medebach 07 45°F

26 Baiersbronn 01 45°F

27 Rosenfeld 01 45°F

28 Zwönitz 13 46°F

29 Eslohe 07 46°F

30 Marienberg 13 46°F

31 Zschopau 13 46°F

32 Jahnsdorf 13 46°F

33 Schwarzenberg 13 46°F

34 Burkhardtsdorf 13 46°F

35 Thum 13 46°F

36 Ehrenfriedersdorf 13 46°F

37 Stollberg 13 46°F

38 Breitenbrunn 13 46°F

39 Brilon 07 46°F

40 Thalheim 13 46°F

41 Auerbach 02 46°F

42 Annaberg-Buchholz 13 46°F

43 Breidenbach 05 46°F

44 Bad Laasphe 07 46°F

45 Sundern 07 46°F

46 Alpirsbach 01 46°F

47 Dornstetten 01 46°F

48 Freudenstadt 01 46°F

49 Loßburg 01 46°F

50 Waltenhofen 02 46°F

51 Durach 02 46°F

52 Füssen 02 46°F

53 Sonthofen 02 46°F

54 Blaichach 02 46°F

55 Kempten (Allgäu) 02 46°F

56 Oberstdorf 02 46°F

57 Pfronten 02 46°F

58 Kirchhundem 07 46°F

59 Altensteig 01 46°F

60 Warstein 07 46°F

61 Olsberg 07 46°F

62 Lennestadt 07 46°F

63 Frankenberg 05 46°F

64 Allendorf 05 46°F

65 Vöhl 05 46°F

66 Helsa 05 46°F

67 Haiterbach 01 46°F

68 Bestwig 07 46°F

69 Pfalzgrafenweiler 01 46°F

70 Korbach 05 46°F

71 Rüthen 07 46°F

72 Hessisch Lichtenau 05 46°F

73 Oberndorf 01 46°F

74 Windischeschenbach 02 46°F

75 Marktredwitz 02 46°F

76 Rehau 02 46°F

77 Pommelsbrunn 02 46°F

78 Schwarzenbach an der Saale 02 46°F

79 Münchberg 02 46°F

80 Wunsiedel 02 46°F

81 Kemnath 02 46°F

82 Speichersdorf 02 46°F

83 Berg 02 46°F

84 Arzberg 02 46°F

85 Erbendorf 02 46°F

86 Mitterteich 02 46°F

87 Selb 02 46°F

88 Marsberg 07 46°F

89 Wilnsdorf 07 46°F

90 Waldeck 05 46°F

91 Burbach 07 46°F

92 Bad Wildungen 05 46°F

93 Edertal 05 46°F

94 Neunkirchen 07 46°F

95 Naumburg 05 46°F

96 Grebenhain 05 46°F

97 Birstein 05 46°F

98 Neukirchen 05 46°F

99 Schnaittach 02 46°F

100 Herbstein 05 46°F

The coldest cities in Germany experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Garmisch-Partenkirchen has an average annual temperature of just 37°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 37°F average, Garmisch-Partenkirchen experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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